Cost to Run a Washing Machine in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a washing machine here costs $1.29 per month.
Per use
6.0¢
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
4.3¢
5 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$1.29
8.7 kWh
Per year
$15.54
104 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 2.1¢ | $0.65 | $7.77 |
| Typical (5×/week) | 4.3¢ | $1.29 | $15.54 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | 8.5¢ | $2.59 | $31.08 |
Tennessee vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a washing machine in Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a washing machine with typical usage costs about 4.3¢ per day, $1.29 per month, or $15.54 per year.
Is running a washing machine in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $1.29 per month here versus $1.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.